WP Townhall

• 013: Should Project Budget Determine the Tech Stack? w/ Ian Svoboda

  In this episode of WP Townhall, Kevin and Mark are joined by Ian Svoboda, a seasoned WordPress developer with experience across various agency environments, to discuss how tech stacks should or shouldn't change based on project budgets.Ian shares his perspective on maintaining professional integrity regardless of budget constraints, the importance of craftsmanship in web development, and finding the balance between efficiency and quality. The conversation dives into the advantages and limitations of various WordPress tools like GenerateBlocks, Bricks, and custom themes, while exploring what it means to build maintainable, scalable solutions that serve clients well long-term. It's an insightful episode packed with practical wisdom for freelancers, agency owners, and developers facing budget-driven decisions in their WordPress projects.Check out Ian's new course: https://www.learnwptheme.dev/This episode of WP Townhall is sponsored by Omnisend: https://wptownhall.show/omnisend Want to participate in the next episode? Follow @thekevingeary and @markjszymanski on X and look for WP Townhall Spaces scheduled events. Visit wptownhall.show for upcoming episodes and additional resources.

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• 012: What Do Enterprise Web Projects Actually Look Like? w/ Jake Goldman

  In this episode of WP Townhall, Kevin and Mark are joined by Jake Goldman, Founder of 10up, to discuss scaling WordPress agencies and navigating enterprise-level work.Jake shares the early strategy behind building 10up to serve larger clients from the start, the importance of recurring revenue, and how prior agency experience positioned him for rapid growth. The conversation dives into how AI is reshaping development workflows, pricing expectations, and what the future holds for WordPress in enterprise contexts. It’s an insightful episode packed with lessons for freelancers, agency owners, and anyone interested in moving upmarket.This episode of WP Townhall is sponsored by Omnisend: https://wptownhall.show/omnisendWant to participate in the next episode? Follow @thekevingeary and @markjszymanski on X and look for WP Townhall Spaces scheduled events. Visit wptownhall.show for upcoming episodes and additional resources.

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• 011: The Faulty Premise That Ruins Page Builders

  This episode of WP Townhall is sponsored by Omnisend: https://wptownhall.show/omnisendIn this episode of WP Townhall, Kevin and Mark dive into a critical discussion about the flawed foundation undermining almost every page builder. They explore how a single misguided assumption can derail functionality, frustrate users, and limit creative potential while providing ideas for how the next era of page building can be radically different and vastly innovated.Want to participate in the next episode? Follow @thekevingeary and @markjszymanski on X and look for WP Townhall Spaces scheduled events. Visit wptownhall.show for upcoming episodes and additional resources.

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• 010: Social Media Has Won the Content War w/ Matt Medeiros

  Has social media truly won the content war? Matt joins us to unpack how platforms like X, TikTok, and Instagram have reshaped the way creators, businesses, and communities engage with audiences. From the decline of traditional websites to the rise of algorithm-driven feeds, we explore what this shift means for WordPress users, content creators, and the future of online storytelling. Expect sharp insights, practical takeaways, and a lively debate about whether the battle for content supremacy is truly over—or just heating up. Tune in for a conversation that’s as thought-provoking as it is actionable! Want to participate in the next episode? Follow @thekevingeary and @markjszymanski on X and look for WP Townhall Spaces scheduled events. Visit wptownhall.show for upcoming episodes and additional resources.

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• 009: Code vs No Code - The Future of Web Design w/ Mike McAlister

  Join us for another packed episode of WP Townhall where we explore the divide between code and no-code approaches in modern web development. Our guest Mike McAlister, creator of Ollie, a block theme for WordPress (https://olliewp.com/), shares his journey from designer to developer and his perspective on where website building is headed. The conversation heats up as we dive into whether lay people should be building their own websites, the role of craftsmanship in web development, and how WordPress's mission to "democratize publishing" may be at odds with the technical nature of the platform. We explore the challenges agencies face in delivering maintainable, scalable solutions while balancing client demands for simplicity and control. Our townhall attendee speakers also chime in with valuable perspectives on client education, WordPress admin customization, the importance of maintaining code access, and the ongoing battle between democratization and professional standards.Want to participate in the next episode? Follow @thekevingeary and @markjszymanski on X and look for WP Townhall Spaces scheduled events. Visit wptownhall.show for upcoming episodes and additional resources.

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